What will the sustainability goals for investors be in 2026?

Anne de Clermont, Chief Investment Officer for the UK and Ireland at AXA, talks about what goals in sustainability and net zero investment she believes will drive real impact.

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Anne de Clermont, Chief Investment Officer for the UK and Ireland at AXA.

Anne de Clermont recently won the Outstanding Individual Contribution to the Insurance Asset Management Industry award at the Insurance Investor | European Awards 2025.

Andrew Putwain: What has driven your commitment to financing the net-zero transition in a way that balances decarbonisation with societal impact?

Anne de Clermont: My commitment is driven by the belief that, as an investor, we have a crucial role in supporting a sustainable and inclusive transition.

It is essential to identify investments that not only contribute to decarbonisation but also offer attractive yields to ensure long-term financial viability. Maintaining asset diversification and supporting innovative solutions are key to managing risks and unlocking opportunities within the transition.

By accompanying our investments through both decarbonisation and resilience dimensions - such as climate adaptation – we can generate meaningful societal impacts while delivering sustainable returns and aligning financial objectives with global climate and social goals.

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